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Deon Thompson, a 2009 national champion, rejoins the University of North Carolina as a graduate assistant coach while completing a master's degree at Kenan‑Flagler Business School.
Duke leads the 2026 basketball recruiting rankings with four prospects inside the top 100, while North Carolina trails with two. New coach Mike Malone, fresh from an NBA championship, must leverage portal additions and late‑season talent to challenge the Blue Devils' dominance.
North Carolina hires Mike Malone to replace Hubert Davis, sparking a recruiting showdown with Duke and reshaping the team's title outlook.
Steve Newmark, who will assume the role of UNC athletics director on July 1, speaks about the program’s direction under Bill Belichick, a revamped roster and the upcoming season opener in Ireland.
Stackhouse expressed disappointment after not being interviewed for the North Carolina head coaching job, citing his coaching résumé and ties to the program, while praising the newly appointed coach Michael Malone and acknowledging the impact of Mark Byington's rapid success.
Former UNC standout Deon Thompson is set to transition into coaching under Michael Malone, while continuing his education at the Kenan‑Flagler Business School.